Kanal
Kanal

Kanal (1957)

Not Rated (US) | Poland | Polish, German | 91 min
Directed by: Andrzej Wajda
7.7

A symbolic depiction of hell on Earth, set in the last days of the Warsaw uprising in 1944. Lieutenant Zadra is commanding a company of 43 men in a desperate battle amidst the ruins. Facing German offense and cut off from their comrades, Zadra is commanded to retreat his men through the sewer system ('kanal'). Zadra and his men are reluctant to do so, as it would indicate that they have lost the battle, but decide to obey the orders. However, as the men (and women) retreat, it becomes clear that their desperate attempt to flee from the hell of battle will result only in more death and suffering...

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Most Promising Newcomer to Film

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Palme d'Or

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Release Date

Poland
No data
1957-04-20
USA
(San Francisco International Film Festival)
1957-12-04
Japan
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1958-01-10
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Also Known As (A.K.A.)

Kanal
(Original title)
La patrulla de la muerte
Argentina
Der Kanal
Austria
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Parent Guide

Sex & Nudity
None
Violence & Gore
Moderate
Profanity
Moderate
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Mild
Frightening & Intense Scenes
Moderate